2000 Acura Integra vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
