2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5. 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |