2008 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 330 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |