2001 Toyota Avalon vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avalon | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Avalon | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
