2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Opel Omega

To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 104 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 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 (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.

Compare all specifications:

2001 De Tomaso Guara 2000 Opel Omega
Make De Tomaso Opel
Model Guara Omega
Year Released 2001 2000
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 413 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1206 kg 1310 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2620 mm


 

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