2000 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Astra | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |