2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |
