2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega. 2008 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
