1999 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 1999 Opel Omega and 1999 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V 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 V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Omega | V |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |