2005 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (173 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
