1996 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Omega. 2011 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Omega | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Omega | G25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
