2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Impala | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
