1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 13 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Omega | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
