2002 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Samsung SM5 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 26 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. 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 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5. 2001 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Opel | Samsung |
| Model | Omega | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
