Opel Vectra 2003 vs BMW 5 series 1996
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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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: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 175 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 265 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds | 10 seconds | |
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Opel Vectra is more dynamic to drive. Opel Vectra engine produces 25 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 75 NM more than BMW 5 series. Thanks to more power Opel Vectra reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 | 9.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km | 9.3 l/100km | |
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By specification Opel Vectra consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Opel Vectra over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Opel Vectra consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 770 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 1010 km on highway | ||
| 640 km with real consumption | 750 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| 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: | 400'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Opel Signum | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW Z3 | |
| 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: | 4.60 m | 4.78 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.44 m | |
| Opel Vectra is 18 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, width is practically the same , while the height of Opel Vectra is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 460 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1360 litres | no data | |
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Opel Vectra has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Opel Vectra has 40 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series. The BMW 5 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`960 | 1`980 | |
| 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 (€): | 1200 | 5200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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