1996 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
