2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 2 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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 E500 (441 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | E500 | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |