2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1997 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1997 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
