2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2004 Lincoln LS and 2004 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS.
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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega. 2004 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | LS | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
