2002 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
