2004 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
