2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 473 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | HR-V | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
