2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 280 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 384 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 280 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
