2000 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2000 Opel Omega and 2000 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 186 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 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 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Omega | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
