2002 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2006 Toyota Avalon, 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |