2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercury Mariner 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Mercury Vauxhall
Model Mariner Omega
Year Released 2007 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2299 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2740 mm


 

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