2002 Opel Omega vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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, 2003 Rover City, 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Omega | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Omega | City |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |