2008 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |