2001 BMW M vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 BMW M | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M | Colorado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |