2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 9 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), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 247 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | X1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
