2003 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Omega | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Omega | Microbus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |