2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 292 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1766 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |