2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |