Comparison BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) & Chevrolet Malibu IV Sport Coupe 3.3 V6 (94 Hp) CAT
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| Brand: | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model: | 3 Series | Malibu |
| Generation: | 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) | Malibu IV Sport Coupe |
| Engine / modification: | 330xi (231 Hp) | 3.3 V6 (94 Hp) CAT |
| Production start: | 2003 year | 1978 year |
| Production end: | 2005 year | 1979 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Coupe |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 6 |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.45 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 63 l | 68 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 | |
| Power: | 231 hp | 94 hp |
| Max power in: | 5900 rpm. | 4000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 247 km/h | |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 6.6 sec | |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 3500 rpm. | 209 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M54B30 | |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 2979 cm3 | 3292 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.2 l | 4.0 l |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l | |
| Fuel System: | Carburettor | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | V engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | OHV |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 2 |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2 | 8.2 |
| Piston Stroke: | 89.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | All wheel drive (4x4) | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | 3 |
| Length: | 4471 mm | 4895 mm |
| Width: | 1739 mm | 1816 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1932 mm | |
| Height: | 1434 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2725 mm | 2745 mm |
| Front track: | 1471 mm | 1486 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1483 mm | 1467 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 137 mm | |
| Approach angle: | 20 ° | |
| Departure angle: | 15 ° | |
| Ramp angle: | 14 ° | |
| Front overhang: | 915 mm | |
| Rear overhang: | 1235 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 440 l | |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 470 l | |
| Front suspension: | McPherson | Independent, Spring McPherson, with stabilizer |
| Max weight: | 2040 kg | |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | |
| Rear brakes: | Drum | |
| Kerb Weight: | 1540 kg | 1397 kg |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1800 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m | 12.2 m |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1700 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 730 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | |
| Tire size: | 225/45 R17 | 185/75 R14 |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 17 | 6.0J x 14 |