2006 Chevrolet Kodiak vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak (820 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Kodiak | 125 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 820 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
