2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 164 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Malibu | 118 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
