2009 Ford S-Max vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Ford S-Max 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford S-Max weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2009 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford S-Max | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | S-Max | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |