2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 517 kg more than 2004 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Touareg | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
