2006 BMW 330 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
