1999 Opel Omega vs. 2003 Opel Omega

To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 4 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. Both 1999 Opel Omega and 2003 Opel Omega are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 68 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Opel Omega 2003 Opel Omega
Make Opel Opel
Model Omega Omega
Year Released 1999 2003
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 1733 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L


 

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