1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
