2009 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
