2005 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
