2001 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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 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 66 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Highlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |