2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Opel Omega.
Because 2008 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GT | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
