1999 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 313 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Omega | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |