2001 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
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, 2001 Lexus IS (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus IS | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lexus | Opel |
Model | IS | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |