2005 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | FCHV 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
