2003 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |