2000 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 884 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Omega | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
