Opel Vectra 2004 vs BMW 5 series 1998
| 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: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.9 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 177 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 370 NM | 390 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 8 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Opel Vectra engine produces 7 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 20 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Opel Vectra reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 | 7.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.9 l/100km | 7.1 l/100km | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Opel Vectra consumes 0.2 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 30 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Opel Vectra consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 970 km in combined cycle | |
| 1120 km on highway | 1220 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 980 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. | |||
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): | 2`125 | 2`115 | |
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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 | 5200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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