2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Freestar | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
