2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Holden Zafira

To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Holden Zafira 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 2005 Holden Zafira
Make BMW Holden
Model 330 Zafira
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 203 Nm
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2700 mm


 

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