2011 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 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 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Accord | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |