2003 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 614 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica, 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Omega | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
