2009 BMW 125 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 279 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 2005 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 125 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
