2010 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 438 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 2003 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega. 2003 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Omega |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3713 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
