2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Chevrolet Uplander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2009 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Uplander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |