1999 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 311 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Omega | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |