2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 811 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 116 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |