2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |