2012 BMW 120 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 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 120 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 37 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 153 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 120 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | 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 | 143 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |
