2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Traverse and 2012 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 403 kg more than 2012 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Traverse | 530 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |