2009 BMW 125 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 125 and 2002 Opel Omega are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 125 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |