2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | CL | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
