2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
