2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa and 2008 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 430 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 325 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 325 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Opel Corsa | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Corsa | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 63 L |