2008 GMC Savana vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 408 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Savana | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |