2001 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, both 2001 Opel Omega and 2001 Saturn SC were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC. 2001 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2001 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2001 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 2001 Saturn SC | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Omega | SC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |