2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 245 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 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Astra | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
