2005 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Opel Omega

To start off, both 2005 Lexus SC and 2005 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.

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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lexus SC 2005 Opel Omega
Make Lexus Opel
Model SC Omega
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 94.6 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 75 L


 

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