2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 612 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.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
