1998 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall 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 2001 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Step Wagon | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Step Wagon | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
