1999 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Omega | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
