2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
