BMW 3 series 1993 vs Opel Vectra 1995

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BMW 3 series
1993 - 1999
Opel Vectra
1995 - 1999
Body: CabrioHatchback
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)Front wheel drive (FWD)
BMW 3 series is available with rear wheel drive, while Opel Vectra can be equipped with front wheel drive.
Engines: 1.8 - 2.8 (petrol)1.6 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel)
Both cars are available with petrol engines. Opel Vectra is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types.

Performance

Power: 115 - 193 HP75 - 170 HP
Torque: 168 - 280 NM128 - 230 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.7 - 14 seconds8.5 - 15.5 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.1 - 11.05.9 - 10.7
BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than Opel Vectra.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.43 m4.48 m
Width: 1.71 m1.71 m
Height: 1.35 m1.43 m
BMW 3 series is 5 cm shorter than the Opel Vectra, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 3 series is 8 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 230 litres480 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data790 litres
Opel Vectra has more luggage space.
BMW 3 series has 250 litres less trunk space than the Opel Vectra.
Turning diameter: 10 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.6 metres less than that of the Opel Vectra, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`820~ 1`817
Safety:
Quality:
low

average
Average price (€): 7600800
Rating in user reviews: 7.0/10 6.2/10
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • only petrol engines available
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher ratings in user reviews
Opel Vectra has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • roomier boot
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
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