2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |