2002 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5
To start off, both 2002 BMW 330 and 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 2002 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5, 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (353 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | FCHV 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
