2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Cavalier | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
