2001 Lexus GS vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Lexus GS.
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, 2001 Lexus GS (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus GS | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | GS | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
