2005 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 63 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 229 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |