2000 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2000 BMW X5 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 745 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 X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW X5 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | X5 | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |