2003 Honda Inspire vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 176 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Because 1999 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire, 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 Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 2003 Honda Inspire has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Inspire | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Inspire | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
