2006 BMW 120 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
