2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
