Opel Omega 1995 vs Hyundai Galloper 1998
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.5 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Opel Omega) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Hyundai Galloper) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 HP | 80 HP | |
| Torque: | 175 NM | 160 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13 seconds | 25.9 seconds | |
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Opel Omega is more dynamic to drive. Opel Omega engine produces 36 HP more power than Hyundai Galloper, whereas torque is 15 NM more than Hyundai Galloper. Thanks to more power Opel Omega reaches 100 km/h speed 12.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 | 11.6 | |
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The Opel Omega is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Opel Omega consumes 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Galloper, which means that by driving the Opel Omega over 15,000 km in a year you can save 405 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 92 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 840 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| Opel Omega gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 14 years | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Hyundai Galloper might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Opel Omega engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.79 m | 4.62 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.89 m | |
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Opel Omega is larger, but lower. Opel Omega is 17 cm longer than the Hyundai Galloper, 2 cm wider, while the height of Opel Omega is 43 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 530 litres | 663 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
830 litres | no data | |
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Hyundai Galloper has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Opel Omega has 133 litres less trunk space than the Hyundai Galloper. This could mean that the Opel Omega uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Omega is 0.8 metres less than that of the Hyundai Galloper, which means Opel Omega can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`010 | 2`550 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 4400 | |
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