2000 GMC Savana vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 902 kg more than 1994 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 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
