2006 Honda Insight vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2002 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 2002 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |