2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Equinox and 2011 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 377 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 116 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 2011 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Equinox | 116 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
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 | 182 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 51 L |