2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |