2006 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 4 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 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Kuga |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |