2002 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Falcon | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Omega |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |