1999 Opel Omega vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 6 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 552 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 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
