2009 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 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 | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |