2009 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |