2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |