2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 9 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-450 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 75 L |
