2001 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Acura RSX 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 443 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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 RSX, 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX. 2001 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2001 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RSX | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
