2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (208 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 74 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega.
Because 1994 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Sable (281 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
