2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Opel Omega

To start off, both 2001 Ford Mustang 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 298 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.

Because 2001 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2001 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Mustang 2001 Opel Omega
Make Ford Opel
Model Mustang Omega
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2172 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 98 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1596 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2740 mm


 

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