2000 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |