2000 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2000 BMW 320 and 2000 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 320 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
