2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |