2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (223 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Vectra | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
