2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall 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 E (311 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | E | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |