2002 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2002 Opel Omega and 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 46 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 623 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Omega 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make Opel Toyota
Model Omega Corolla
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2197 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 71.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1733 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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