2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2004 BMW Z4 and 2004 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 441 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
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2004 BMW Z4 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |