2001 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Omega | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |