2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Aveo | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |