2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1159 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | X6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
