2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 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 84 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4394 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
