2008 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
