2002 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 383 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Omega | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
