2000 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 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.

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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Opel Omega 2006 Porsche 911
Make Opel Porsche
Model Omega 911
Year Released 2000 2006
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5666 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1735 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 64 L


 

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