2004 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2004 BMW 120 and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2004 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |