2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Opel Omega

To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz C and 2004 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.

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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercedes-Benz C 2004 Opel Omega
Make Mercedes-Benz Opel
Model C Omega
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2685 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 209 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 75 L


 

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