2004 Honda Element vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
