2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 141 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 966 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |