2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1849 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 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
