1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CLK | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |