1999 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1999 Opel Omega and 1999 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace.
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 Renault Espace, 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 Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Omega | Espace |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |