2007 Acura TL vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 8 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | TL | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |