2003 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 330 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
