1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 385 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2645 mm |
