2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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 (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Rodeo | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Rodeo | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2840 mm |
