2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |