2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 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 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
