2002 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. 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 59 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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 (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Omega | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Paseo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |