2003 Holden Astra vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 668 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Astra | X3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2797 mm |
