2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
