2005 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
