2003 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 BMW 520 and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2003 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 520 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |