2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |