2010 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 847 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
