2003 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Opel Omega

To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.

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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2003 AC Aceca 1999 Opel Omega
Make AC Opel
Model Aceca Omega
Year Released 2003 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 301 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L


 

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