2008 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Omega would be higher. 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. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 93 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Omega | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
