2001 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
