2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |