2006 BMW 550 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 BMW 550.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |