2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |