2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 8 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 129 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | 535 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 406 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |