2009 BMW 325 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |