2000 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 434 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 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 2010 Acura MDX 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. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Omega | MDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
