2000 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 41 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
