2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW Z4 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model Z4 Colorado
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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