2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 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 LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | LR3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
