2000 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2000 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
