2005 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | XR 8 Xplod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
