2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Acadia | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |