2003 Opel Speedster vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 799 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Speedster | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
