2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | E | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |