2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (127 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
