2004 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
