2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 7 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | 125 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
