2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Cavalier | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
