2005 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Omega | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Omega | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
