2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |