2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 7 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |