1999 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 723 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Omega | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3665 mm |
