2002 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
