2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, both 2007 Opel Corsa and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 435 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 325 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 325. 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
