2005 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 187 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
