2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Ford Ranger and 2001 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ranger | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |