2005 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Omega | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Omega | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |