2001 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 241 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
