2000 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 481 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, 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, 2000 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Omega | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Omega | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |