2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |