Opel Vectra 1999 vs BMW 3 series 1998

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Opel Vectra
1999 - 2002
BMW 3 series
1998 - 2001
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Opel Vectra is available only with front wheel drive, while BMW 3 series can be equipped with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.6 - 2.51.9 - 3.0

Performance

Power: 75 - 170 HP105 - 231 HP
Torque: 128 - 270 NM165 - 390 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.5 - 15.5 seconds6.5 - 14 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.8 - 10.35.7 - 10.0
Opel Vectra petrol engines consumes on average 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than BMW 3 series. On average, Opel Vectra equipped with diesel engines consume 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!

Dimensions

Length: 4.50 m4.47 m
Width: 1.71 m1.74 m
Height: 1.42 m1.42 m
Both cars are similar in size. Opel Vectra is 3 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 3 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 480 litres440 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1423 litresno data
Opel Vectra has more luggage capacity.
Opel Vectra has 40 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters10 meters
The turning circle of the Opel Vectra is 0.7 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Opel Vectra can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`842~ 1`936
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

low
Average price (€): 8001800
Rating in user reviews: 7.8/10 7.5/10
Pros and Cons: Opel Vectra has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
BMW 3 sērija has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • better manoeuvrability
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