2005 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, both 2005 Opel Omega and 2005 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 642 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400, 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 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Omega | 2005 Proton 400 | |
Make | Opel | Proton |
Model | Omega | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |