1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 526 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2893 mm |
