2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
