2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-350 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 75 L |
