2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |