2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |