2001 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Ford Falcon 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 2007 Ford Falcon. 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
