1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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. Both 1999 Opel Omega and 2012 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 353 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Omega | Kyron |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |