2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CLS | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6206 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |