2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2001 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
