2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |