2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-350 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |