2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 429 kg more than 2004 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
