1999 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 571 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Because 1999 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot, 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Omega | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
