2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 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 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 130 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |