2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 31 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega. 2008 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 350Z | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
