2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vectra and 2008 BMW 330 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 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Vectra | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |