2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle 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 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 101 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |