2008 Opel Astra vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Astra | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 85 L |
