2001 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Ka |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
