2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SL | Omega |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
