2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (332 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
