2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
