2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW Z4 (365 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
