2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
