2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 17 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
