2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |