2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2007 Opel Corsa
Make BMW Opel
Model 330 Corsa
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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