2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 447 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 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 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 | 1167 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
