2006 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 1 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | IS | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
