2002 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2002 Opel Corsa 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Corsa | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Corsa | Omega |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |