2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 134 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 406 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |