1999 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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. Both 1999 Opel Omega and 2007 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
