1999 Opel Omega vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2003 Toyota Soarer 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. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
