2001 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2001 Opel Omega and 2001 Peugeot 307 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 55 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 414 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Opel Omega 2001 Peugeot 307
Make Opel Peugeot
Model Omega 307
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 142 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 88 mm
Top Speed 210 km/hour 206 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L