2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 16 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |
