2012 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 525 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 525 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 2011 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Lacetti | 525 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
