2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2740 mm |