2006 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Opel Omega. 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 2003 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| 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 | 166 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
