2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
