2001 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
