2004 Lincoln LS vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lincoln | Opel |
Model | LS | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |