2004 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 7 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Omega | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Omega | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
