2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 120 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |