2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Aveo | 116 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
