2003 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 277 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |