2003 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (304 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Omega | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
