2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3194 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
