1999 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2007 Porsche 911 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. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
