2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (175 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
