2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (459 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
