2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Equinox | X6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |