2001 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 51 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Omega | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
