2009 BMW 118 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
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, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 118 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
