2002 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Omega | Alto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
