2012 BMW X6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 550 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW X6 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X6 | Orlando |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2760 mm |