2005 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
