2000 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Opel Omega

To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 3 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 180 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.

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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2000 AC Aceca 1997 Opel Omega
Make AC Opel
Model Aceca Omega
Year Released 2000 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3504 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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