2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2008 Opel Vectra
Make BMW Opel
Model 330 Vectra
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 61 L


 

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