2006 BMW 318 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, both 2006 BMW 318 and 2006 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 318 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 301 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |