2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
