2002 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Toyota GT1

To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 833 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. 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 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Omega 2000 Toyota GT1
Make Opel Toyota
Model Omega GT1
Year Released 2002 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2497 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 93.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 72.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 8.9:1
Top Speed 205 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1733 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2810 mm


 

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