2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Sprinter | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2740 mm |
