2005 Infiniti I vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
Because 2000 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 2000 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | I | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
