2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Monaro | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Monaro | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |