2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 472 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Terracan | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
