1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 215 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Omega | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
