2003 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Omega | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Omega | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3165 mm |
