2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 532 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | T5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |