2007 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | LS | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
