1999 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Omega | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1820 mm |