2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon.
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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Falcon | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |