2011 Geely Ck1 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Geely Ck1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Geely Ck1 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Geely Ck1. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2011 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Geely Ck1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Geely Ck1, 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 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Geely Ck1 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Geely | BMW |
| Model | Ck1 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
