2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2009 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-350 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |