2009 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 390 kg more 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega. 2009 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | M | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
