2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Opel Omega

To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 2000 Opel Omega
Make Audi Opel
Model A8 Omega
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 245 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1733 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L