2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
