1994 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Omega | CL |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |