1999 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
