1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
