2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant, 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 118 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Vivant | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
