2012 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2012 BMW X3 and 2012 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW X3 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X3 | Astra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |