2002 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 7 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 75 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Omega | Sky |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
