2003 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |