2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. 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 47 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Equinox | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |