2000 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 188 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2000 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Omega | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Omega | Tucson |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |