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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 | 5663 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |