1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Opel Omega

To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 358 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore.

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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Holden Commodore 2000 Opel Omega
Make Holden Opel
Model Commodore Omega
Year Released 1995 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 173 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1733 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2850 mm


 

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