2005 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 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 61 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |