2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 3 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 8C Competizione | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |