2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
