2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 109 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
