2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |