2009 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3884 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
