2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 7 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |
