2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 BMW 520 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 BMW 520 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | 520 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 211 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |