2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 425 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
