2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 207 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Durango | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
