2007 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 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 | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |