2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X5 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 53 L |