2009 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 3 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 99 more horse power than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
