2000 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2000 Opel Omega and 2000 Seat Alhambra 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 157 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.

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 Seat Alhambra, 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 (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Opel Omega 2000 Seat Alhambra
Make Opel Seat
Model Omega Alhambra
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1665 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 55 L