2005 Honda Fit vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 674 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit, 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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Fit | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
