2002 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Opel Omega

To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.

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, 2000 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura NSX 2000 Opel Omega
Make Acura Opel
Model NSX Omega
Year Released 2002 2000
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 249 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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