1997 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Omega | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Touran |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
