1999 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
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, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |