2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Econovan | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
