2004 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo 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. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Omega | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Omega | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |
