2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 966 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
