2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Opel Vectra 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 2005 Opel Vectra
Make BMW Opel
Model X5 Vectra
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 210 km/hour 208 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 60 L


 

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