2012 BMW X3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
