2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 648 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
