2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Omega. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
