2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |