2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 123 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
