2003 Opel Omega vs. 2003 Suzuki Lapin

To start off, both 2003 Opel Omega and 2003 Suzuki Lapin were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 913 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 Suzuki Lapin, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Lapin.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Opel Omega 2003 Suzuki Lapin
Make Opel Suzuki
Model Omega Lapin
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 657 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 60.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1733 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 30 L


 

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