2003 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | T5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |