2012 BMW X1 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, both 2012 BMW X1 and 2012 Chevrolet Malibu were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW X1 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW X1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW X1 | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X1 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |