2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
