2009 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 330 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
