1996 BMW 540 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 540 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
