2006 Morgan 44 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan 44 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
