2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Pilot | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |