2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2011 Holden Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Holden Colorado. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden 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, 2011 Holden Colorado (360 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2011 Holden Colorado has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Holden Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2011 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
