2005 BMW 645 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 BMW 645.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 645 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 645 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
