2000 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |