BMW 3 series 1995 vs Opel Astra 2000
| Body: | Cabrio | Hatchback | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 147 HP | |
| Torque: | 245 NM | 203 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 8.8 seconds | |
| BMW 3 series engine produces 23 HP more power than Opel Astra, whereas torque is 42 NM more than Opel Astra. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 8.4 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 52 litres | |
| 660 km with real consumption | 590 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Opel Astra) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 3 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 3 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 370'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 3 series engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW 5 sērija | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel Vectra | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Opel Astra might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 4.11 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.35 m | 1.42 m | |
| BMW 3 series is 32 cm longer than the Opel Astra, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 3 series is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 230 litres | 370 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1180 litres | |
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Opel Astra has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 3 series has 140 litres less trunk space than the Opel Astra. This could mean that the BMW 3 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.1 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`805 | 1`720 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | below average | average | |
| Opel Astra has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Opel Astra, so Opel Astra quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 7800 | 1000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.0/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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