2012 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 116 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |
