2005 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Omega | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Omega | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |