1998 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |