2000 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
