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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Holden Colorado. (123 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Colorado. (207 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2011 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
