2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 335 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |