2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 60 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Statesman | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
