2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 BMW 523

To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.

Because 2006 BMW 523 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 523. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 BMW 523 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 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Astra 2006 BMW 523
Make Opel BMW
Model Astra 523
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 175 HP
Torque 150 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 185 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.7 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 70 L


 

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