2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Chevrolet Cruze were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (576 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
