2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega.
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 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Exige | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |