2004 BMW 316 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 2 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
