2005 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 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 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend, 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Omega | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Omega | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
