1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 14 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 814 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Omega | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2745 mm |
