2001 BMW M vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
