1999 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 294 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2010 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Omega | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
