2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Astro | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
