2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |