2001 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 BMW 325.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |