2004 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Omega | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
