2009 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
