2004 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Opel Omega and 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 397 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Omega | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Omega | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |