2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1043 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |