2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 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, 1996 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 1996 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Econovan | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |