1999 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
