1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
