2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Vito | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
