1999 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 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 5 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 143 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
