2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Opel Omega | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |