2012 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
