1999 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 19 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Omega | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
