2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 443 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SLK | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
