2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 437 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Z4 | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |