1999 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Omega | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |