Opel Vectra 2004 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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.2 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 147 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 203 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10 seconds | 12 seconds | |
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Opel Vectra is more dynamic to drive. Opel Vectra engine produces 3 HP less power than BMW 5 series, but torque is 13 NM more than BMW 5 series. Despite less power, Opel Vectra reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 | 9.9 | |
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The Opel Vectra is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Opel Vectra consumes 1.4 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 210 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
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: | 370'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 5 series engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Zafira | 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. | |||
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`945 | 2`010 | |
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| 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 | 3200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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