1999 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 319 kg more 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
