2006 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 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 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 2011 Toyota Prius
Make BMW Toyota
Model 330 Prius
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1812 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1745 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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