2006 Morgan 44 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan 44 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
