1999 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
