2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |