2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 89 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega.
Because 2002 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 2002 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
