2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Opel Vivaro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |