1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Omega | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |