2002 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Porsche 911

To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.

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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Omega 2001 Porsche 911
Make Opel Porsche
Model Omega 911
Year Released 2002 2001
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2497 cc 3392 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 148 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 351 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 11.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2360 mm


 

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