2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra and 2006 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Vectra | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Vectra | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |