1997 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1997 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1997 Mercedes-Benz S and 1997 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz S | 1997 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | S | Omega |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |