2000 Opel Omega vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 508 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
