2001 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 996 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
