2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rainier | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |