2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
