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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 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. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 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 | 3175 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
