2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 6 and 2002 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Opel Omega 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 2002 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
