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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 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 280 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
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 | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2625 mm |
