1999 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercury Mariner, 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 (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Opel | Mercury |
| Model | Omega | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
