2008 Honda Stream vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 551 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Stream | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
