BMW 5 series 1996 vs Opel Vectra 2003
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 175 HP | |
| Torque: | 190 NM | 265 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
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Opel Vectra is a more dynamic driving. BMW 5 series engine produces 25 HP less power than Opel Vectra, whereas torque is 75 NM less than Opel Vectra. Due to the lower power, BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.9 | 8.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.5 l/100km | 9.5 l/100km | |
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The Opel Vectra is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 5 series consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Vectra, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 5 series could require 150 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 5 series consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Vectra. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 61 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 940 km on highway | 920 km on highway | ||
| 660 km with real consumption | 640 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Opel Vectra) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 5 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 400'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW Z3 | Used also on Opel Signum | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 5 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Opel Vectra 2003 2.0 engine: The engine is identical to Saab B207L engine. It features an aluminum alloy block with cast iron liners and a chain-driven timing system without variable valve timing.It has two balance shafts with a separate ... More about Opel Vectra 2003 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.78 m | 4.60 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.46 m | |
| BMW 5 series is 18 cm longer than the Opel Vectra, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1360 litres | |
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Opel Vectra has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 5 series has 40 litres less trunk space than the Opel Vectra. This could mean that the BMW 5 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`010 | 1`960 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | Opel Vectra has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Opel Vectra, so Opel Vectra quality is probably significantly better | ||
| Average price (€): | 5200 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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