2008 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 Vauxhall 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 2003 Vauxhall 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. 2003 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |