1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 149 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 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 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |