2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Lumina | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |