1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Cavalier | X6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
