2000 Opel Omega vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. 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 176 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI. 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 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Omega | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
