1999 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla 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 (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
