2006 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
