2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 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 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. 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 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1430 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
