1999 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
