2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1125 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.
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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Yukon | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Yukon | Omega |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 75 L |