2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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, 2008 Toyota Prius, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
