2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2000 Opel Omega

To start off, both 2000 Holden Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.

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 Holden Vectra, 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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Vectra 2000 Opel Omega
Make Holden Opel
Model Vectra Omega
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2740 mm


 

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