2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Omega weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1993 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |