2006 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2001 Ford Ka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
