2005 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 BMW 520.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega. 2003 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 520 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 520 | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |