2002 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
