2000 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 9 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
