1999 Opel Omega vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
