2005 Acura TSX vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
Because 2004 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 2004 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX, 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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TSX | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
