2009 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2009 BMW 130 and 2009 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130. 2009 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2009 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
