1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Omega | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
