2012 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 283 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Pilot | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Omega |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 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 | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1948 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4862 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
