2005 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2005 BMW 545 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 545 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |