2002 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 496 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 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Omega | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
