2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 6 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 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 384 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 6, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
