2000 Opel Omega vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 239 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
