1999 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 142 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Opel | Dodge |
Model | Omega | Nitro |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2764 mm |