2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |