2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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 (290 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (260 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | Punto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |