2005 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 838 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Omega | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Omega | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |