2006 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 BMW 730 and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
