2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Acadia | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
