1999 Opel Omega vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester 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. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
