1999 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 897 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise. 2005 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
