2001 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 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, 2001 Opel Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2001 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | 207 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
