2005 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 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, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
