2001 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega, 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |