2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 205 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1375 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 | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |