1994 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega.
Because 1994 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
