2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Materia | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |