2000 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+

To start off, both 2000 Opel Omega and 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 230 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Opel Omega 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
Make Opel Suzuki
Model Omega Wagon R+
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 975 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 41 L


 

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