2002 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 720 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Omega | Croma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
