2002 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega. 2004 Ford Mustang 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. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
