1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR and 1999 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | CLK GTR | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 311 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |