2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 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. Both 2007 Chevrolet Lumina and 2001 Opel Omega are equipped with a 5,666 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (447 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
