2008 BMW 330 xi vs. 2008 BMW 330 Automatic
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 xi and 2008 BMW 330 Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 xi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 xi (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330 Automatic. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 xi should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330 Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 xi weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 330 Automatic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 xi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330 Automatic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 xi 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, 2008 BMW 330 Automatic (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330 xi. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330 xi. 2008 BMW 330 Automatic has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 xi has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 xi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 330 xi | 2008 BMW 330 Automatic | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |