1993 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Omega | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Omega | S |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2590 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 616 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |