2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X5 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |