2002 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 172 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Omega | Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
