2002 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 57 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
