2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Opel Omega

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.

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, 2007 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2004 Opel Omega
Make BMW Opel
Model 330 Omega
Year Released 2007 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2979 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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