2001 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2741 mm |
