2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega.
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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
