2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (207 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SLK | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
