2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Equus | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
