2003 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 BMW 730.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
