2004 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 3 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 495 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Safari | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1298 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |