2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
