2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 404 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | 535 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
