2001 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |