1999 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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 Yaris, 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
