1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 495 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2895 mm |
