2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Ford Fusion 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |