1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 200 | Omega |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |