2006 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 118 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |