2011 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X6 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X6 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
