2005 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2005 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Omega | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Omega | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
