2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 832 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
