2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Convertible | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |