Opel Omega 1997 vs Mercedes E class 1997
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 2.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Double-row timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
| Opel Omega engine produces 7 HP more power than Mercedes E class, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite the higher power, Opel Omega reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.1 | 11.2 | |
|
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Opel Omega consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Omega could require 135 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 610 km in combined cycle | 620 km in combined cycle | |
| 870 km on highway | 830 km on highway | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 530'000 km | 450'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Opel Omega engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Opel Sintra | Used also on Mercedes SL | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes E class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.50 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Opel Omega and Mercedes E class are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 600 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1800 litres | 1975 litres | |
|
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Opel Omega has 60 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes E class (by 175 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.3 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Omega is 0.3 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`280 | 2`290 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | below average | below average | |
| Mercedes E class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Opel Omega, so Mercedes E class quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 4200 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Opel Omega has
|
Mercedes E klase has
| |