2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Equinox | 750 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |