2000 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 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 40 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 333 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2000 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Opel | Scion |
| Model | Omega | tC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
