2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 BMW 118 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Equinox | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |