2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 BMW 520.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Colorado | 520 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
