2002 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | V50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
