2000 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 383 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 2000 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
