1999 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1999 BMW X5 and 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 969 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 57 L |
