2000 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 36 L |
