2008 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Omega | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Omega | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
