2003 Honda Life vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
