2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
