2008 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 745 | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.6 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |