2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |
