2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1171 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |