2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Odyssey | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
