2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 553 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
