2006 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
