2006 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
