2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Caterham | Opel |
Model | 7 | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |