1999 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
