2001 Acura CL vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Acura CL and 2001 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
Because 2001 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 2001 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | CL | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |