2001 Honda Stream vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream, 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Stream | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Stream | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |