1999 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 573 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
