2001 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 407.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
