2007 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2003 Opel Astra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 328 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |