1999 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Omega | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
