2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 989 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
