1999 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 620 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
