2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 3 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 421 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 2003 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | SSR | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
