1999 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 8 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 95 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 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva 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 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Omega | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
