2012 BMW X6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X6 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X6 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 440 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
