2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
