2009 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 330 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 22 L |