2001 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2911 mm |
