2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 Opel Omega.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Durango | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
