2006 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 525 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
