2002 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 Lancia Ypsilon, 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Omega | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
