2002 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 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 2002 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Omega | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Omega | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |