1999 Opel Omega vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 55 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3270 mm |
