2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2008 Honda Pilot and 2008 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2008 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Pilot | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1685 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |