2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
