2007 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
