1999 Opel Omega vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Omega | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
