2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega.
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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
