2004 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Peugeot 106

To start off, both 2004 Opel Omega and 2004 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 953 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 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 2004 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 106, 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Opel Omega 2004 Peugeot 106
Make Opel Peugeot
Model Omega 106
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1122 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 142 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 69 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1733 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 40 L


 

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