2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 411 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
