2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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 330 (315 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |