2005 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 525 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
