2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | SLK | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |