2003 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2003 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Omega | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Omega | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
