2009 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
