2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | C | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |