2001 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 214 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2011 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Omega | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
