2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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 F-350 (495 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-350 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2740 mm |
