2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
