2001 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 195 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 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 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander. 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2789 mm |
