2004 BMW 320 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |