2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Scion xB is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Scion xB. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Scion xB | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 330 | xB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
