2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 143 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 773 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | B2300 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |