2001 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Omega | RL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
