2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 530 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
