2009 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 650 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
