2004 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
