2005 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
