2009 BMW 335 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 335 and 2006 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
