2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
