2003 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 3 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Omega | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Omega | Transporter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |