2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Cruze | 118 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |