2001 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Toyota Previa

To start off, both 2001 Opel Omega and 2001 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 332 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.

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 Toyota Previa, 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 (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Opel Omega 2001 Toyota Previa
Make Opel Toyota
Model Omega Previa
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99.2 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.9 mm 94 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2900 mm


 

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