2005 Acura CL vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 4 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | CL | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
