1999 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 1999 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
