2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |
