2005 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 54 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Omega | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
