2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
