2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2004 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 2004 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Sequoia | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
