2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
Because 2000 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 2000 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 156 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
