2001 Opel Omega vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Omega | 325 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |