2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 241 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |