1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 608 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2001 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Copperhead has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Copperhead will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Copperhead | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
