2006 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 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 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |