2008 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2008 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 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, 2008 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Cruze |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |