2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark will offer significantly more control. 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Spark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
