2009 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
