2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Honda HR-V and 2001 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 178 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Because 2001 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 2001 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
