2007 Opel Astra vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Astra | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |
