2002 Opel Omega vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 10 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 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 363 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | 116 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
