2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |