2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Colorado | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |