1999 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 503 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
