1999 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, both 1999 Opel Omega and 1999 Opel Signum were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Opel Signum (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1999 Opel Signum | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Omega | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |