2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 254 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
