2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 229 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Vauxhall 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 2005 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |